Are you drinking microplastics with your tea?

Good morning,

If you brew your tea with a teabag, you might also be steeping billions of microplastics into your cup.

Recent studies have revealed that many commercial teabags are not just paper—they contain polypropylene, a plastic used to seal the bags and maintain their structure in hot water.

why this is a problem

When you pour boiling water over a teabag, it releases tiny plastic particles directly into your tea.

Research from McGill University found that a single teabag can release billions of microplastics—small enough to:

• Accumulate in your bloodstream and cells

• Contribute to inflammation and oxidative stress

• Increase the risk of cardiovascular disease and hormone disruption

• Impact reproductive health and fertility

how to avoid microplastics in tea

The good news? You can enjoy your tea without the toxins by making a simple switch:

• Choose loose-leaf tea and steep it with a metal or glass infuser

• Use biodegradable tea bags made from natural fibers like hemp or unbleached paper

• If you must use a teabag, tear it open and pour the leaves directly into your cup

This one small change can reduce plastic exposure, improve your health, and enhance the taste of your tea.

Want to learn more about hidden toxins in everyday foods?

Watch my video here for a deeper dive.

To your health,

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